Karl kept his distance after that night, though it wasn’t easy. His wolf snarled at his restraint, clawing at the edges of his control every time Lucy was near. She was his mate, his anchor, and yet he fought the bond with every ounce of strength he had. He told himself it was for her protection. The curse had taken enough from him already; he wouldn’t let it claim Lucy too.But Lucy didn’t see it that way.Every cold glance, every half-hearted excuse to avoid her, cut deeper than the last. She found herself pacing in frustration outside the training grounds, watching Karl spar with the pack warriors. He moved with precision, his muscles taut with tension, but there was a distance in his movements, a shadow in his eyes.“I wouldn’t push him if I were you.”Lucy turned to see Conan, Karl’s Beta, leaning casually against the fence. His expression was calm, but his eyes carried a weight of knowing.“I’m not pushing him,” Lucy said defensively, crossing her arms.“You are,” Conan said sim
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